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Paul Bedard

It’s come to this

So far in the period leading up to Valentine’s Day, 2,696 Washington men have bid on first dates with D.C. women via the website that auctions off dates to the highest bidder. What’s more, they are paying over $100 for the chance–not including dinner, roses and a box of chocolates. The site said the average winning bid is $131.70.

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